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Texas man swindled northern Minnesota woman out of $100K in gold bars, $36K in cash, charges say
MARSHALL COUNTY, Minn. — A 23-year-old Texas man faces charges for his role in swindling $36,000 in cash and $100,000 in gold bars from a northern Minnesota woman.Charges filed in Marshall County say that a 66-year-old woman said she sent the money to a man in Texas because he had told her he had access to her Social Security number. She said she'd sent the cash in $100 bills and tucked the money into books, which she sent to two different CVS stores in Texas.She added that he had also bought $100,000 worth of gold bars online in August of last...
Ones to watch: These Minnesota men are running for Liberia at the Paris Olympics
Last week, Jabez Reeves, a sprinter at Minnesota State University, Mankato, stretched by himself on the end of the school’s track. He then ran three full-speed sprints, as his coach at Mankato watched on. Three days later, Reeves was on a flight to Paris, where he’ll compete on the...
Despite Trump claim and 2020 tweet showing support, Harris never donated to Minnesota Freedom Fund
MINNEAPOLIS — Former President Donald Trump is using a 2022 Minnesota murder case to attack Vice President Kamala Harris.Trump claims Harris helped raise millions and personally donated to a fund that got extra support to bail out protestors in the aftermath of George Floyd's death."One of the dangerous criminals Kamala helped bail out of jail was Shawn Michael Tillman," Trump said at a rally in Charlotte, North Carolina. "You know that name. A repeat offender who, with Harris's help, was set free. He then went on to murder a man on a train platform in St. Paul, Minnesota, shooting him...
Minnesota’s longest running art and literature festival Aug. 10th
Northwoods Arts Council (NAC) is proud to announce their 29th Art and Book Festival, Saturday, August 10th, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in Hackensack. Follow the signs to this unique event featuring 65 talented artists and 35 creative authors in an atmosphere of community involvement, great music, food, craft beer, homemade pie and fresh squeezed lemonade.
Downtown Duluth leader speaks out in support of proposed city ordinances
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - A Downtown Duluth leader is speaking out in support of the city’s proposed public safety ordinances. Ahead of Monday’s council meeting, President of the Downtown Duluth organization Kristi Stokes released pictures showing the challenges the city has faced in recent months. A...
Brainerd Woman Hurt in Sherburne County Crash Friday
PALMER TOWNSHIP (WJON News) -- A Brainerd woman was hurt in a crash between her minivan and a pickup Friday. The crash happened on Highway 25 in Sherburne County's Palmer Township. The Minnesota State Patrol responded to the crash just after 12:00 p.m. Troopers say a van driven by 47-year-old...
Aurora breaks ground on industrial park
AURORA—Mayor Doug Gregor was proud to say there is life in his town with a number of current projects ongoing and he is hopeful about the city’s West Industrial Park, where ground was broken Thursday. The industrial park in Aurora is being developed just northeast of the Highway 135 and County Road 100 intersection with the help of Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation and others. “So there’s life. It’s alive....
Outstanding $2.3 Million Pike Lake Property Now Available In Duluth
They say if you're going to dream, dream big! That should be true with all things in life, especially when it comes to living on a lake in the Northland. Someone will have their dream come true if they can make this new listing on Pike Lake in Duluth their new home.
Trollwood Mainstage Musical canceled Thursday and Friday
MOORHEAD, Minn. (Valley News Live) - Due to forecasts indicating very high wind speeds Thursday and Friday, Trollwood Performing Arts School is cancelling performances of its Mainstage Musical The Addams Family for July 25 and July 26. Organizers say high winds pose a significant safety risk to Trollwood’s students and...
Minnesota Twins Prospects Soar in Latest Rankings
The Minnesota Twins plan to be buyers at the trade deadline and Keith Law resets the top prospects giving an idea of what they have to offer. The post Minnesota Twins Prospects Soar in Latest Rankings appeared first on MinnesotaSportsFan.
George Floyd’s uncle in St. Louis speaking on police brutality
ST. LOUIS (First Alert 4) -- It’s been four years since George Floyd was killed by a police officer in Minneapolis. The murder set off protests around the country, including in St. Louis. First Alert 4 spoke with Floyd’s uncle, Selwyn Jones, who was in St. Louis discussing police brutality.
Somerset’s Inclusive Playground to be Fifth in Minnesota
West St. Paul Reader offers member supported news. Join now to keep your neighborhood informed. Somerset Elementary School is building an inclusive playground this summer. The $300,000 project was planned to extend into 2025, but thanks to a $200,000 anonymous donation, the playground will be completed in time for the upcoming school year.
Friend, former Mayor vows never to forget slain Mendota Heights police officer 10 years later
MENDOTA HEIGHTS, Minn. (FOX 9) - On July 30, Mendota Heights will mark a somber anniversary, 10 years since police officer Scott Patrick was killed during a routine traffic stop. Now, a decade later, one man is making sure no one ever forgets the sacrifice of his friend and former...
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